Safe Schools Improvement Act

# Safe Schools Improvement Act Summary **What It Does:** The Safe Schools Improvement Act would require public schools across the country to adopt policies that prevent bullying and harassment of students. These policies would specifically protect students from harassment based on race, color, national origin, disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Schools would need to inform students and parents annually about what conduct is prohibited, provide clear complaint procedures, and publicly report data about bullying incidents at their school and district levels. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects elementary and secondary school students, parents, teachers, and school administrators.

It would apply to public schools nationwide through state education systems. The Department of Education would also be required to conduct independent evaluations every two years on how well schools are addressing bullying and harassment. **Current Status:** The bill (HR 1810) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Linda Sánchez (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.